NEPA Project Manager

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Environmental Assistant Project Manager to assist the management of projects and oversight of environmental permitting and NEPA related projects within our Chicago Office. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked numerous times on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States.

This position will require knowledge of the federal, state, and local permitting requirements associated with the development and construction of new projects throughout the U.S. in market sectors such as oil and gas, electric, and renewables. Knowledge of the NEPA processes, lead federal agency engagement, consultations, and experience with the development of NEPA documents also required. The position will report to the Chicago Environmental Studies Department Manager.

• Work with project teams on a variety of tasks, including completion of field surveys, environmental permitting with federal, state and local agencies, review of necessary project reports and materials.
• Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
• Regular interfacing with various agencies to obtain approvals, submit permit applications and prepare responses in a timely manner.
• Assist the Project Management team with management of NEPA related projects including coordinating field surveys, agency engagement, and development of required documents.
• Regular interfacing with clients to develop relationships, build business, and expand services to new clients.
• Work within budget and schedule expectations for each project.
• Apply technical and creative solutions to natural resources permitting and NEPA project execution.
• Assist with guidance on regulations and permitting through USACE, USEPA, and various state and local regulations pertaining to the environmental permitting of new projects.
• Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Legal Department as required.
• Travel may be required as necessary and required by project or client commitments.
• Adhere to Burns & McDonnell’s safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
• All other duties as assigned.